New ZealandAuckland woman, 86, confirmed as sixth holiday drowning victimThe 86-year-old woman's death has been referred to the coroner.08 Jan 05:27 AM
New ZealandSix drowning deaths recorded over the official holiday period"Every one of these preventable deaths is devastating for a family and a community."07 Jan 04:43 PM
New ZealandWhy do so many people die at our beaches?People don't have enough respect for the sea and the result is often deadly.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChild flown to hospital after near drowningThe child is thought to have been in a swimming pool or inflatable pool.28 Dec 07:19 AM
New ZealandOur grim toll: Drowning deaths reach four in three daysThe water is incredibly inviting and incredibly unforgiving, water safety boss says.28 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandDrowning tragedy: 'It all happened so fast'A splash in the surf ended in heartbreak.27 Dec 08:46 AM
New ZealandToddler dies in hospital on Christmas EveThe 14-month-old's mother found him lying unconscious in their garden.27 Dec 05:45 AM
New ZealandWater tragedy: Second Christmas Day drowning in NorthlandA person has drowned near Lake Taharoa in what is the second Christmas Day water death.25 Dec 03:18 AM
New ZealandPerson dies after beach tragedy at Waipu in NorthlandTragic outcome after swimmer is swept out to sea at Waipu.24 Dec 09:44 PM
New Zealand'Freak wave': Man killed after being swept into the seaA man has died after being swept off the rocks.21 Dec 06:50 AM
New ZealandNew technology able to predict 'drowniest' days of summerWater Safety New Zealand, who developed the technology, believe it will make a difference.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWork trip tragedy: Dive victim was a father of 8Tauranga man William 'Wolfie' Marupo was a father of 8 children.05 Dec 12:40 AM
New ZealandWork trip tragedy: Man dies as mates risk lives trying to save himMan's workmates frantically try to save him after dragging him on to rocks.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandA look at New Zealand's Drowning Statistics.A look at New Zealand's Drowning Statistics.Watch29 Nov 01:08 AM
New ZealandFisherman swept off rocks at Whatipu Beach presumed deadOther fishermen tried desperately to save the man but he was quickly sucked out to sea.21 Nov 12:32 AM
New Zealand'Waves go ballistic': Desperate, doomed bid to save man swept off rocks'There's only one thing I can say - people who go out there should have a life jacket on.'17 Nov 09:42 PM
New ZealandSwimmers, boaties and kids: Water Safety Month aims to save livesAlready this year, 57 people have died in the water in preventable incidents.17 Oct 07:29 PM
New ZealandPolice name man, 24, believed dead after going missing off waterfrontMissing man named as 24-year-old Aucklander James Harley David Jenkins.09 Oct 03:07 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing man at Auckland waterfront called offA man last seen entering the water in downtown Auckland is presumed drowned.08 Oct 09:38 PM
Kahu75 hours lost at sea: Why Rob Hewitt's back in the waterRob Hewitt spent 75 hours at sea. He survived and now shares his story to help others06 Oct 04:05 PM
New Zealand'Contagious personality': Givealittle set up for family of swept away EmilyA fundraising page aims to support Emily's family and preserve her memory.29 Sep 05:18 PM
New ZealandDouble tragedy for family of man who died in Fiordland boating accidentPeter McKenzie was the co-founder of a well-known jet boating company.09 Sep 03:43 AM
New ZealandTwo bodies discovered on West Auckland beaches have been identifiedThe two bodies were found at Piha and Muriwai within 24 hours this week.05 Sep 06:14 AM
New ZealandSecond body found on West Coast beachAt least one of the bodies believed to be that of a fisherman.03 Sep 05:52 AM
New Zealand'Mummy, I bounced to breathe': Tot's pool survivalWhen Willow Dando fell in the pool she didn't know how to swim - but she knew what to do06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandChilean woman who drowned had planned to move homeMillaray Ramos' friends raise enough money to send her body home.24 Mar 03:11 AM
New Zealand'Fun, bubbly and vibrant' Chilean woman to be farewelled tomorrowThe Chilean woman, who loved living in Torbay, drowned while swimming this week.22 Mar 11:36 PM
New ZealandToddler who drowned described as a 'cheeky wee monkey'Police were called to the Riverhead address around mid-afternoon on Monday.21 Mar 01:35 AM
New ZealandChild drowns in pool at RiverheadA child has drowned at a property in Riverhead this afternoon.18 Mar 05:51 AM
New ZealandTeenager's death at Raglan bridge deemed accidentalThe circumstances of death found Richard's drowning was accidental.13 Feb 06:38 AM
New ZealandViewpoint NZ: Traffic nightmares, preventing drowningsVideo news from around the regions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.30 Jan 11:30 PM
New Zealand'It will haunt me forever': Father's pain over 7-year-old son's drowningHamilton boy Logan Tuson drowned at Wainui Beach on January 10, swimming with his sister.26 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo men missing after waterfall incidentsEmergency services are searching for the men at Hunua Falls and the Maketu Waterfall.20 Jan 06:56 AM
New ZealandDive squad searches Ramarama swimming hole for manThe incident is believed to have occurred at the Maketu Waterfall.20 Jan 04:06 AM
